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England, Wales and Northern Ireland

SAIF (Support and Information Forum) - SAIF is a secure, dedicated, web-based discussion forum exclusively for named and designated health professionals. It was developed by the Care Services Improvement Partnership (CSIP) in partnership with the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, Royal College of GPs, Royal College of Nursing and Royal College of Midwives. Membership of the forum is through individual application with validation by Chief Executives of employing NHS organisations.

For further information, please refer to the following documents:

Children's Services Network - The Children's Services Network, formerly the Education Network, was launched in 1997 to help develop, promote and disseminate the role and good practice of local authorities in the delivery of education. Its policy analysts monitor new developments and changes in policy and legislation, and deliver timely and informed comment direct to your desktop. It offers a lobbying service, training and learning solutions, an events programme, a members only website, indispensable publications and an opportunity to share knowledge.

Jan-net Ltd - 'Keeping you connected and in the loop'. Download a list of their professional networks relating to learning disabilities (Word 391KB).